Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

B70 0AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B70 0AY.

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Population

354

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 35,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: B70 0AY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines B70 0AY — 54% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B70 0AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Ryders Green in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Greets Green and Lyng ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for B70 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00050472 (shared with 52 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B70 0AY. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British46.1%
Asian / British Asian29.5%
Black / African / Caribbean12.6%
Other / Mixed11.8%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around B70 0AY is moderate at 72 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences67
Burglary25
Vehicle crime16
Criminal damage and arson11
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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Newtown Primary School

Inadequate224 pupils0.7 km
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Ryders Green Primary School

Good452 pupils0.8 km
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George Salter Academy

Good1362 pupils0.8 km
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Harvills Hawthorn Primary School

Outstanding464 pupils1.0 km
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Great Bridge Primary School

Good495 pupils1.3 km
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Hanbury Primary School

Good480 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Jolly Sailor0.7 km
  • The Ridgacre0.8 km
  • King Arthur Grill and Greets Green Sports Bar0.4 km
  • The Beehive0.6 km
  • The Fox & Goose0.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Alan Warwick Butchers0.8 km
  • AUM News Ltd1.0 km
  • B&M Retail Limited0.6 km
  • Cakeland0.9 km
  • D.S. Wines0.6 km
  • + 16 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Blue Mountain Grill0.8 km
  • Boulder Central0.5 km
  • Nelly's Breakfast Bar and Grill0.3 km
  • Phoenix Cafe0.0 km
  • Glorious0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Tasty Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
  • Frydays Fish and Chips0.6 km
  • Sanam Tandoori Restaurant0.9 km
  • Caribbean Lunchbox0.8 km
  • Chapman Chippy0.4 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Heron Foods0.8 km
  • Best One0.9 km
  • Asda Stores Limited0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dudley Port1.7 km
  • Sandwell & Dudley2.1 km
  • Tipton2.9 km